Abstract Expressionism: Daniel Hughes Vernola
KBH Fine Art
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As a North American abstract expressionist, Daniel Vernola's work is deeply rooted in the craft of 20th-century painting. His work is an exploration of light, drawing inspiration from the pure, unfiltered elements of form and color, resulting in compositions that resonate with optical and emotional intensity.
Having studied under Jack Whitten, Angiola Churchill, and Frank O’Cain, Vernola continuously finds inspiration in their teachings. His style reflects a synergy between his eye, hand, and mind, embodying a receptiveness to a life of ideas.
Vernola's creative process begins with a point of entry—be it a written word, the light of day, or the physicality of an object or body in space. He builds his compositions from 'thin to thick,' often alternating between egg tempera, watercolor, and oils. A piece is considered complete when its surface achieves a balance of push and pull against the viewer's eye, signaling the culmination of his creative process and the resolution of visual tension and harmony.
Canvas
"Gawain and the Green Knight" features dynamic layers of oil paint that seamlessly blend the intensity of gestural abstraction with the luminous qualities of gold leaf. Bold black strokes provide structure, contrasting with delicate washes of color. This dialogue between dark and light, heavy and light, embodies the narrative tension of the Arthurian legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.
Gawain and the Green Knight, 2021 by Daniel Huges Vernola. Oil and gold leaf on canvas.
Paper
"Paper Monkey Puzzle" features a vibrant interplay of colors and textures. The fluidity of the oil paint on paper creates a sense of movement and depth, inviting viewers to explore the intricacies within the composition. Bold, sweeping strokes are interspersed with delicate washes of color, creating a harmonious balance that draws the eye across the entire surface.
Gawain and the Green Knight, 2020 by Daniel Huges Vernola. Oil on paper.
